Innovation in Africa

Name: Innovation in Africa
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Innovation in AfricaFuelling an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem for Growth and Prosperity\nAuthor(s): Deseye Umurhohwo\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367496005, 978-0367496005\nSynopsis\nThis book emphasizes the need for promoting innovation on the African continent. It identifies the roadblocks for entrepreneurs and discusses ways for developing an ecosystem for innovators to pave a way through the barriers and create ground-breaking products and new technologies which meet consumers needs in Africa. \n\nIn order to stimulate innovation in African countries, there is the need for a more appropriate approach for innovation to occur in a context of international openness to knowledge. This book adopts a practical approach, demonstrating how innovation is an important driver of economic growth and competitiveness. It shows that innovation in Africa should be driven by local people, in response to local problems, and th.